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Is Retin-A Gel 0.01% the Same As Retin-A Cream 0.01%?

Dallas5049Nov 20, 2010
I am using Benzaclin gel in the morning as directed by my dermatologyst,and Retin-A cream 0.01% at night,but I insted got the gel. I was wondering if it is the same?

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Dr. Mary P. Lupo, MD
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